An easy-to-use site for routine searches of company names and directors. You can order a set of accounts on-line, and get lots of other useful routine information.

Obvious really, but this is an extensive and well laid out site with a wealth of information for individuals and businesses alike.

Everything (well, almost) you wanted to know about VAT, including lots of downloadable documentation. But remember, life is short!

Running a company car? Need to check on CO2 emissions? This page from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) will give you the information you need. Cheaper and quicker than buying a car magazine – although you may want to buy the magazine anyway!

Extensive advice on how to start, run and develop your business. Lots of useful tools here – see for example the holiday entitlement calculator at Holiday Calculator

Government website which is promoted as a one-stop site to guide people through basic legislation. The section on employment law is particularly relevant at Employment Law

An authoritative site covering, amongst many other things, employment legislation and good practice. Includes some useful on-line training packages. Well worth a visit to refresh your knowledge of general employment issues.

A guide to childcare vouchers, providing easy to understand information for both an employee and employer perspective.

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Company Car Tax calculator and guides. Help for company car drivers and their employers who will be choosing a new car. Configure your car with options to see the tax implications.